Rockin' Around the Square, the annual Christmas parade. [.pdf parade route]
Saturday, December 10
Starts at 1:00 p.m. at Mt. Vernon and South Ave.

Christmas at the Farm[.pdf flyer]
Learn what happens at a farm, participate in holiday crafts, and drink hot cocoa!
Saturday, December 10, 10:00-6:00
Sunday, December 11, 12:00-6:00Rutledge-Wilson Community Farm Park
3825 W. Farm Road 146
Call 837-5949 for more information.

"A Christmas Story" Based on the film of the same name, Jean Sheppard's classic comedy nostalgically
recounts nine-year-old Ralphie's holiday ups and downs in a small Midwestern town in 1938.
Friday, December 9, at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, December 10, at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, December 11, at 2:30 p.m.Springfield Little Theatre
311 East Walnut Street
Call 869-1334 for tickets
Admission: $9 for children, $11 for adults

Check out KSMU's Commuity Calendar for even more area seasonal programs, events, and activities.

And of course don't forget that The Libraryhas lots of holiday cheer to spread around, too, with free programs like these musical performances:

"Red Bridge Presents 'A Special Holiday Concert'" Holiday favorites with high energy and great harmony.
The Library Center, Sunday, December 11, at 2 p.m.
Call 417-882-0714 for more information.

We've also got holiday storytimes and activities the whole family can enjoy, so be sure to check out the offerings for your local branch. All Library programs are free and listed in our monthly Bookends[.pdf] magazine.